British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Monday 11th May 2020

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Here Comes The Sun

Here Comes The Sun

A repeat of this 1946 film.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:25am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 16 - Next To

The Twirlywoos see a lady putting coloured stars next to items in a shop window display, and they get carried away putting stars next to everything in sight! Back in the boat, the Stop-Go Car brings some blocks, and the Twirlywoos have fun lining them up.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 8 - Timmy The Postman

It is Valentine's Day, and Harriet shows the class how to make cards for their best friends.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 39 - Gnash Hit

Gnasher becomes the star of an action movie, playing Grizzly's on-screen sidekick. But filming keeps him and Dennis apart, leaving Dennis feeling lonely. Could Dennis and Gnasher really become Grizzly and Gnasher?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 2 - Hollywood, USA

After winning a part in a Hollywood film, Glitch is not happy when he has to work with Kyan to finish a scene. Meanwhile, Xuli's plans to take the perfect Hollywood photo are derailed when the Go Jetters are forced to rescue the famous Hollywood sign.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 3, Episode 3 - Look Who's Coming For Ever

When her brother and sister-in-law head for a fortnight's holiday in Benidorm, Sheila's Dad comes to stay with the Barnes'. Peter isn't keen, but ends up hitting it off with the old man, who takes him for a round of golf.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:50am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 5, Episode 9 - Secret Agent

Mr James tries his hardest to hide the fact that he is clearly a secret agent.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 21 - Gripping Yarn

Bob, or Big Bad Robo Wolf, showing just how bad he is, locks Ra-Purl-Zel in the castle tower.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 1, Episode 4 - Thermoman's Greatest Challenge

Thermoman's repeated visits to the health centre to save Janet from a wasp sting or a spider are baffling patients and staff.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:30am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 4 - Secret Sock Detective

Justin has lost his favourite socks and is convinced that someone in Justin's House must have taken them, he even starts to suspect his trusty friends!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:35am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 1 - Keep On Running

Denzil calls about Boycie's house bringing news that the infamous Driscoll Brothers are being released early from prison and they're on the hunt for the supergrass who helped get them banged up. Boycie is horrified. By the time Marlene and Tyler return, he's sold the house, sold the car dealership and planned a new life in Shropshire.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:10am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 6 - A Season Of Heavenly Gifts (Part 2)

Pop is still sitting on a horde of cash - but whose money is it? Marcus Cope is determined to find it and stop Charley buying the hop garden. Montgomery is unhappy at naval college, but the Brigadier thinks he has a solution.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:15am (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Matress On Wheels

Arkwright's always been dead against getting a van, until Granville points out the advantages of taking a lady friend for a drive.

Talking Pictures TV 9:20am (repeat)
Idol On Parade

Idol On Parade

Comedy about a pop sensation who is called up to National Service and struggles to manage his military duty with his fame and female fans.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 3 - Fatal Impression

A reformed gambler dies owing Arthur money, but a religious miracle seems to offer some compensation.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Jalaal Hartley, Jessica Ransom, Lolly Adefope, Ryan Sampson

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Special - Monstrous Musicians

Horrible Histories reveals history's most monstrous musicians for the BBC's Music Day. From the earliest screeches of the neanderthal, right through to Jimi Hendrix burning his guitar, Rattus Rattus guides us through the story of music making, even bumping into Simon Cowell at Beethoven's 'H Factor' audition.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 17 - Open And Close

The Twirlywoos are at a theatre, where they watch the stage manager pressing a button which opens and closes the curtains.

CITV 9:50am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

ITVBe 9:55am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 5 - Five Star Fish

When Richard is put in charge of Mr. Slater's five star restaurant, his first customer demands fresh fish. Can Fishermen Sooty and Sweep come to Richard's rescue, or will they catch more than they bargained for? Guest starring Caroline Quentin.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Christmas Special - Raffles

Ted decides to raffle Clive's car and switch it for a look-alike banger before delivering it to the lucky winner.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:10am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 1, Episode 2 - And Mother Makes Four

Chrissy's mother is due for her twice-yearly visit, but she's such a worrier about her daughter living in London, there's no way she'll understand having a man in the flat. Robin'll just have to stay out.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of episodes from the 18th series of Britian's longest-running sitcom.

CITV 10:45am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Whaley Good Time

Fuzzypeg eats the Spuds' fish supper and Dave has to catch another. Things look up when he hooks something, but it turns out to be a whale.

CITV 10:55am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 4 - Born Free

George takes Dave on an adventure camping, but Dave isn't sure it's a great idea. He's proved right when they both wake up in a bear's cave.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 5 - Waffle's School Walkies

While her kitchen dries out Mrs Hobbs is at the Brooklyn-Bells' house with George. Waffle joins the walk to school on Evie's first day but causes playground chaos and is sent home.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Harry (Harry Still), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Oakley (Oakley Orchard). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

A selection of episodes from the second series of the children's sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 6 - Baby Time Timmy

Timmy has fun playing mummies with Mittens but soon discovers that being a baby has its downsides.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 14

Captain Adorable has problems with a space guinea pig, fitness instructor Keith Fitt gets Arthur Sleep running in the studio and zany scientist Professor Muddles demonstrates his bicycle-powered recycling machine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 1, Episode 4 - Thermoman's Greatest Challenge

Thermoman's repeated visits to the health centre to save Janet from a wasp sting or a spider are baffling patients and staff.

Talking Pictures TV 1:10pm (repeat)
The Importance Of Being Earnest. Image shows from L to R: Algernon Moncrieff (Michael Denison), Cecily (Dorothy Tutin)

The Importance Of Being Earnest

Classic film based on Oscar Wilde's play about two wealthy bachelors who pretend to be the dashing but imaginary Ernest when courting two young ladies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Christmas Special - Raffles

Ted decides to raffle Clive's car and switch it for a look-alike banger before delivering it to the lucky winner.

CITV 1:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 31 - Super Trolley

Nipping to the shops for a few provisions proves a nightmare for Bean when a mile-long shopping list from his landlady and a clapped-out trolley with a wonky wheel conspire to ruin his day. So he constructs his own trolley, with a petrol mower, pram wheels and an extra pair of hydraulic hands.

CITV 1:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 32 - Magpie

When nursing an injured magpie in his room, Mr Bean makes the discovery that magpies steal things that sparkle. When the police arrive to investigate the theft of his landlady's jewellery, it is not just Mr Bean who needs to take flight.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 1 - Keep On Running

Denzil calls about Boycie's house bringing news that the infamous Driscoll Brothers are being released early from prison and they're on the hunt for the supergrass who helped get them banged up. Boycie is horrified. By the time Marlene and Tyler return, he's sold the house, sold the car dealership and planned a new life in Shropshire.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Matress On Wheels

Arkwright's always been dead against getting a van, until Granville points out the advantages of taking a lady friend for a drive.

CITV 2:40pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 5 - Culture

George takes the Spuds to the museum of mouldy cheese. Anna dares Dave to lick the cheeses on display.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 8, Episode 11 - Beans

Eli suspects Owen has a secret new girlfriend... but who is Owen really hanging out with?

CITV 2:55pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bored Silly

Gran accidentally wins a board game as a Bingo prize, and after being locked up for years the game has a vendetta all of its own.

Talking Pictures TV 3pm (repeat)
Private's Progress. Pte. Stanley Windrush (Ian Carmichael). Copyright: Charter Film Productions

Private's Progress

Film starring Ian Carmichael as a young undergraduate who is conscripted into the British Army.

BBC Two 3pm (repeat)
The Importance Of Being Earnest. Image shows from L to R: John 'Jack' Worthing (Colin Firth), Algernon 'Algy' Moncrieff (Rupert Everett). Copyright: Fragile Films

The Importance Of Being Earnest

2002 screen adaptation of Oscar Wilde's comic masterpiece. Rupert Everett and Colin Firth star as two men assuming the same identity.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 30 - Queen Of The Weevils

Our hero's lack of belief in wizardry comes back to bite him as an evil Magical Queen, the Queen of Weevils, is released and determined to take revenge on the world.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of episodes from the 18th series of Britian's longest-running sitcom.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 8

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 3, Episode 6 - Games Bunker

The hosts take on the role of airline pilots in I'm Not Really A..., Aunty meets her match in The Kiss Chase, and actor Sally Lindsay is the star guest on Diddy Chat.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 26 - The Whole Tooth

When Gnasher gnashes Walter's portrait, he gets revenge with a titanium sausage that leaves Gnasher toothless and miserable. Dennis and the gang decide to stage a heist to 'borrow' some diamonds until Gnasher's teeth grow back!

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Last Video Show

A video implicating two senior police officers is mistakenly returned to Daley Videos.

CITV 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 33 - Cat Sitting

When his landlady is involved in an accident, Mr Bean is left to care for her vicious cat Scrapper.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 7 - Princess Purl's Big Sleep

Naughty fairies Zipsy and Popsy have put a spell on Princess Purl so that she sleeps for a gazillion years.

CITV 4:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 34 - The Bottle

Mr Bean's prized ship in a bottle ends up on a milkman's float, leading to a mission to get it back from the local dairy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 3 - Fatberg, London Sewers, England

While Lars, Kelly and Xuli go into the sewers to help keep London clean, Glitch and the Grimbots create some enormous blockages after flushing thousands of wet wipes down the toilet. It's up to the Go Jetters to clear away the fatberg Glitch has created, clean the sewers and save the city's streets.

Talking Pictures TV 5pm (repeat)
For The Love Of Ada. Image shows from L to R: Walter Bingley (Wilfred Pickles), Ada Cresswell/Bingley (Irene Handl)

For The Love Of Ada

Series 2, Episode 5

Whilst tending the grave of Ada's late husband Sam, Leslie discovers that a mix-up has led to Sam being buried in a neighbouring plot, and that she's been keeping it neat and tidy for all of these years erroneously!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 10 - First Aid Waffle

Waffle's paw is hurt in Poodles Class, so vet Jess trains Mr Nolan in doggy first aid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 1 - Keep On Running

Denzil calls about Boycie's house bringing news that the infamous Driscoll Brothers are being released early from prison and they're on the hunt for the supergrass who helped get them banged up. Boycie is horrified. By the time Marlene and Tyler return, he's sold the house, sold the car dealership and planned a new life in Shropshire.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 4 - Muesli

Darryl is down after watching a fellow inmate being released. His friend tries to cheer him up. Tracey wants to have more in common with him so gets Dorien to lock her and Sharon in the box room for the weekend, only she ends up with a crisis and forgets about them.

Talking Pictures TV 5:30pm (repeat)
Hue And Cry. Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Hue And Cry

Ealing comedy. A gang of East End youths turn the tables on the crooks who are using their favourite comic to pass coded communications.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Christmas Special - Raffles

Ted decides to raffle Clive's car and switch it for a look-alike banger before delivering it to the lucky winner.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 6 - More Questions Than Answers

Llewellyn has been forced to employ teachers over the summer as casual labour but even they can't help the fact that his farm is running at a massive deficit. With Boycie's farm doing well, Llewellyn challenges him to a pub quiz in the hope of winning £5,000.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Aisling Bea. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 5, Episode 6 - Spoony Neeson

Taskmaster Greg Davies's little assistant Alex Horne decides it's time for a style makeover, but will it meet with his boss's approval? Meanwhile, with just three shows left, the five comics continue their quest to win a golden likeness of Greg's imperial skull. Bob Mortimer champions sausage meat, Sally Phillips returns to the womb and Greg has a heart to heart with Nish Kumar.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Matress On Wheels

Arkwright's always been dead against getting a van, until Granville points out the advantages of taking a lady friend for a drive.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 5, Episode 2 - The Flag And Its Snag

Foggy is in the grip of another enthusiasm. "What better to complete the great British landscape than the great British flag - stirring the pride of future generations." But to reach the summit of Foggy's ambitions needs a certain amount of energy - not too apparent in Foggy's two compatriots, Clegg and Compo.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 1

The Saxon gods form an unlikely team of superheroes, famous astronaut Neil Armstrong reveals his new weight loss programme, we meet Georgian London's crime-fighting genius, and Rosa Parks sings about her struggle for equality.

YouTube 7pm
8 min
Stath Lets Flats. Image shows from L to R: Al (Alastair Roberts), Carole (Katy Wix), Stath (Jamie Demetriou), Dean (Kiell Smith-Bynoe). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Stath Lets Flats

Special - Lockdowned

With the country in lockdown, Stath and the Michael & Eagle team try to strategise a new way to let some flats!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 6, Episode 4 - We Know Our Onions

The platoon go on a course with a van full of onions that Walker has sold to Hodges. While the men start to fall behind in their training, Hodges makes an attempt to get his onions.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Flag And Further Snags

The continuing story of Foggy's Plan to put the perfect finishing touch to the great British landscape.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Rob Brydon, David Mitchell, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 8, Out-takes - The Unseen Bits

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:55pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 9 - The Camera Never Lies

Lauren's confidence takes a knock when she's turned down for a photography course. Millie boosts her but the results are uncomfortable. Franma's birthday gift tests Fran and Jake.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (repeat)
dinnerladies diaries. Image shows from L to R: Victoria Wood, Shobna Gulati, Anne Reid, Maxine Peake, Thelma Barlow. Copyright: UKTV

dinnerladies diaries

Episode 2 - Love Bites

Victoria Wood describes the making of dinnerladies, how she did her own warm-up comedy for the show and how she persuaded the BBC to record each episode, not once, but twice.

Comedy Central Extra 8pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the comic game show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm
60 min
Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip. Image shows from L to R: Ricky Tomlinson, Ralf Little. Copyright: North One Television

Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip

Episode 1

The journey begins and ends - where else!? - at Ricky's hometown of Liverpool; but the duo are quickly on the road for the first leg of their trip, heading to Lancashire hot-spots including Blackpool.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Alex Brooker, David Mitchell, Doon Mackichan, Rob Brydon, Ben Miller, Lee Mack, Henning Wehn. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 8

The guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Ben Miller, Henning Wehn, Doon Mackichan and Alex Brooker.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Samson Kayo, Liz Carr, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Anneka Rice, Miles Jupp. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 13, Episode 3

Actors and comedians Liz Carr and Miles Jupp, actor and writer Samson Kayo and broadcaster Anneka Rice join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Victoria Wood sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 5

It's been a particularly stressful few weeks, and with the menopause kicking in, Barbara's had enough. Unfortunately, Jim can't see what he's done wrong, and the argument soon spreads to Dave and Denise. But after Bar storms out, Jim reveals a new side...

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!

Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Bridget Christie, Sandi Toksvig, Victoria Coren Mitchell, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 5 - Public & Private

With Victoria Coren Mitchell, Phill Jupitus and Bridget Christie.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 5 - Art

In an effort to appear as intellectual as Lucy's friends, Lee shows off his 'knowledge' of the art world.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 2, Episode 7

Karl says that sometimes he wishes he were smaller so that things like food portions and cities would be bigger in comparison.

BBC Two 10pm
45 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, David Mitchell, Sandi Toksvig, Richard Osman, Deirdre O'Kane. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 15 - Occupations And Offices

If you've ever wondered what an Ornamental Hermit does, this is the show for you. With David Mitchell, Deirdre O'Kane and Richard Osman.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Hypothetical. Harriet Kemsley. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Hypothetical

Series 2, Episode 4

Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster return with hypothetical scenarios for Angela Barnes, Guz Khan, Tom Davis and Harriet Kemsley.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 3

This week, Rob's team is Richard Osman and Ellie Taylor, while Aisling is joined by Drifters star, Jessica Knappett, and David O'Doherty to discuss the nation's most popular Brits.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
All Star Happy Hour With Mo Gilligan. Mo Gilligan

All Star Happy Hour With Mo Gilligan

Episode 2

Mo Gilligan is joined by Rio Ferdinand, Maya Jama, Jason Manford and UB40 for the comedy entertainment show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Rachel (Tamla Kari), Cuckoo (Andy Samberg), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Homecoming

Ken struggles to find something to like about his new son-in-law before being pushed into a somewhat radical course of action.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
Rising Damp Fovever. Copyright: Shiver Productions

Rising Damp Fovever

Episode 1 - Part One

The first in a two part documentary series about Rising Damp. Series creator Eric Chappell reveals the inspiration behind his comic creation and its journey to our screens.

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Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the third and fourth series of the cornershop sitcom.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Mitchell and Webb sitcom.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 3

Sean Lock and David O'Doherty go up against Jon Richardson and Natasia Demetriou. John Kearns joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

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Scot Squad

Series 5, Episode 5

This week Officer Karen offers a helping hand, whilst biting her tongue, when Bobby shows the results of his first experience with Botox. Meanwhile urban officers PC Jack McLaren and PC Sarah Fletcher set their sights on a criminal who makes a spectacle of himself.

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Taskmaster. Mark Watson. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 5, Episode 7 - Boing Boing

It's the semi-final and time is running out to claim the points needed to become the Taskmaster Series Champion. In this episode, Greg Davies and Alex Horne set the contestants a series of cruel conundrums: should Nish Kumar use the coconut harness? What should Sally Phillips do with a slice of bread when blindfolded? And who should they vote for in yet another referendum?

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Rachel (Tamla Kari), Cuckoo (Andy Samberg), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Homecoming

Ken struggles to find something to like about his new son-in-law before being pushed into a somewhat radical course of action.

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Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Rachel (Tamla Kari), Cuckoo (Andy Samberg), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 1, Episode 2 - Family Meeting

Ken is keen to lay down some ground rules for Cuckoo in the Thompson house and proposes a family meeting. But getting his own way turns out to have devastating knock on effects at Rachel's coming home party...

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Brassic. Image shows from L to R: Ash (Aaron Heffernan), JJ (Parth Thakerar), Cardi (Tom Hanson), Erin (Michelle Keegan). Copyright: Calamity Films

Brassic

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Circus

Vinnie has been hiding out in his weed shed since faking his own death to escape from local gangster Terrance McCann. Tommo and Erin need his help and try to lure him out of hiding with a new business proposition and together with the lads they plot to rob a travelling circus. With the help of a disgruntled clown, Mr Popov, the gang aim to make this theft a 'roaring' success...

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Up For It. Image shows from L to R: Rosco McClelland, Ashley Storrie, Christopher MacArthur-Boyd

Up For It

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dance

Ashley Storrie, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd and Rosco McClelland perform a routine at dance school, dress as human statues and are 'up for school'.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Rachel (Tamla Kari), Cuckoo (Andy Samberg), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 1, Episode 2 - Family Meeting

Ken is keen to lay down some ground rules for Cuckoo in the Thompson house and proposes a family meeting. But getting his own way turns out to have devastating knock on effects at Rachel's coming home party...

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Have I Got News For You

Series 59, Episode 6

David Tennant hosts the satirical current affairs quiz, with panellists Chris McCausland and Ayesha Hazarika joining regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

Comedy Central Midnight
60 min version
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 9

Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.

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Alan Carr Yap, Yap, Yap!

TV edit of Alan Carr's 2015-released live show.

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Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Bill Bailey, David Mitchell, Ruth Jones, Rob Brydon, Kelly Holmes, Lee Mack, Jo Brand. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At Christmas

Festive edition of the comedy panel show in which teams must sort the truth from the fiction. Rob Brydon presents, David Mitchell is joined by Bill Bailey and Ruth Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Jo Brand and Dame Kelly Holmes.

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Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Passion Of Saint Tibulus

The fearsome Bishop Brennan drops by the parochial house in order to task Ted and Dougal with picketing a new film, The Passion Of Saint Tibulus.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:15am (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 59, Episode 6

David Tennant hosts the satirical current affairs quiz, with panellists Chris McCausland and Ayesha Hazarika joining regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

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Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 1 - Ballet

The boys have been given exclusive behind the scenes access to the Birmingham Royal Ballet Company who put them through their paces as they find out the hard way just how tough ballet is. They meet one of the greatest dancers of his generation and the Birmingham Royal Ballet's creative director, Carlos Acosta, and they will even be given roles in a real performance of Swan Lake?

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The Graham Norton Show

Series 27, Episode 5 - Sandra Oh, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Stanley Tucci, Oti Mabuse

Sandra Oh talks about the chemistry between her and Jodie Comer; Stanley Tucci praises the NHS; Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan joke about their friendship; and Oti Mabuse chats about Strictly.

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The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 5

It's been a particularly stressful few weeks, and with the menopause kicking in, Barbara's had enough. Unfortunately, Jim can't see what he's done wrong, and the argument soon spreads to Dave and Denise. But after Bar storms out, Jim reveals a new side...

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Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 4 - Competition Time

Ted's excited. He thinks he's got a good chance of winning the all-priests lookalike show this year. Sadly, neither Jack nor Dougal are particularly inventive souls...

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Have I Got News For You. David Mitchell

Have I Got News For You

Series 52, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Chris Bryant MP and Rose Matafeo.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:55am (repeat)
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The Graham Norton Show

Series 27, Episode 5 - Sandra Oh, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Stanley Tucci, Oti Mabuse

Sandra Oh talks about the chemistry between her and Jodie Comer; Stanley Tucci praises the NHS; Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan joke about their friendship; and Oti Mabuse chats about Strictly.

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Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Holly Willoughby, Melanie Brown

Celebrity Juice

Series 23, Episode 5

Keith Lemon, Holly Willoughby, Mel B and their guests - Laura Whitmore, Emily Atack, Ben Shephard and Matt Goss - link up from their own homes for near-the-knuckle fun, cheeky banter and new lockdown games.

Comedy Central 1am
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Highlights Special - Big News

Russell Howard turns his eye back to some of the biggest and best news stories covered in the past six series of Good News, plus some choice out-takes from the show.

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Last Video Show

A video implicating two senior police officers is mistakenly returned to Daley Videos.

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Reasons To Be Cheerful With Matt Lucas

Episode 3

The Little Britain star showcases more key workers, families at home and famous faces including Suzi Ruffell, Max Whitlock, Kevin McCloud, Scarlett Moffatt, Tom Allen, Sooty & Sweep and Denise Van Outen.

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Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 5 - Art

In an effort to appear as intellectual as Lucy's friends, Lee shows off his 'knowledge' of the art world.

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Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Rob Brydon, David Mitchell, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 8, Out-takes - The Unseen Bits

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 1 - Warring Factions

Mark's inappropriate hand placing leave him in a bad position with the object of his desire, Sophie.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
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Your Face Or Mine

Series 5, Episode 10

TOWIE's Myles Barnett and Love Island's Kady McDermott take to the sofa in this celeb special of Your Face Or Mine. Hoping to win thousands of pounds for charity, the reality stars are joined by former Love Island constants Zara Holland and Kendall Rae-Knight as mystery guests!

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Russell Howard's Home Time

Episode 9

American comedian and star podcaster Marc Maron chats to Russell Howard in the last programme of the series. There's music from Tom Walker and a quiz from The Corona Arms team.

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Hypothetical. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, James Acaster, Jessica Knappett, Liza Tarbuck, Tom Allen, Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Hypothetical

Series 1, Episode 1

Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster pose absurd theoretical situations to Tom Allen, Rob Beckett, Jessica Knappett and Liza Tarbuck who are then scored on how well they deal with them.

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Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Interview

Mark decides that Jeremy needs a job, because he is behind with his rent, so he gets him a job application for JLB Finance. Mark then goes to work to carry on his flirtation with Sophie via post-it notes cartoons.

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Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 5, Episode 11

The last episode in the series features adult entertainment workers Junior and Megan, who are soon to be wed.

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Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 6 - Come On In The Water's Lovely

With his decree absolute at long last in hand, Rigsby finally pops the question to Miss Jones - much to his shock, she accepts! Wedding plans are afoot, but first Rupert must meet the mother.

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Adam Rowe

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 1, Episode 5

Featuring Alex Edelman, Dane Baptiste, Emily Lloyd-Saini and many more.

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A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 3, Episode 3 - Look Who's Coming For Ever

When her brother and sister-in-law head for a fortnight's holiday in Benidorm, Sheila's Dad comes to stay with the Barnes'. Peter isn't keen, but ends up hitting it off with the old man, who takes him for a round of golf.

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A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 6

Presenter Amanda Holden joins Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall on the blue team, while Jamie Redknapp lines up alongside award-winning comic and Trollied star Aisling Bea, and his former Liverpool midfield partner John Barnes.

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Zapped. Image shows from L to R: Steg (Kenneth Collard), Judge (Nina Wadia)

Zapped

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Trial

Trapped in a parallel universe, office temp Brian Weaver has been locked up and charged with triggering the Snail Wars.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 3 - On The Pull

Jeremy meets Mark in the supermarket and asks him to go to a party. Mark doesn't want to go having been rebuffed earlier by Sophie when he asked her for a date.

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